History Of Washington D.C
Cherry Blossoms in Washington
1952 : The famed cherry grove along the Arakawa River near Tokyo that was the parent stock for Washington's first trees fell into decline during World War II. Japan requested help in restoring the grove in the Adachi Ward, and the National Park Service shipped budwood from descendants of those same trees back to Tokyo in an effort to restore the original site. ... 1958 : April 18, the Japanese Pagoda, hewn out of rough stone, was placed on the west bank of the Tidal Basin near the Jefferson Memorial and dedicated. It was presented as a gift to the City of Washington, D.C., by the Mayor of Yokohama to "symbolize the spirit of friendship between the United States of America manifested in the Treaty of Peace, Amity and Commerce signed at Yokohama on March 31, 1854...." ... [Read More]
USTR - History of the Winder Building, Home to USTR's Washington D.C. Headquarters
Historical Note: This document is intended to provide a general historical overview and, thus, lacks source document citations. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, however, does possess many of the source documents from which this overview is derived. ... Another unproven myth is that Lincoln kept some of his horses and carriages in the stables behind the Winder building. It is also believed that President Lincoln visited confederate soldiers who were being held in a dungeon-basement inside the Winder building. However, according to research, there was never a prison in the basement, nor was anyone ever incarcerated in the building. Documents show only that civilian suspects were questioned in the building's basement. ... [Read More]
Senator Bob Bennett: Washington D.C.
Each year, millions of visitors travel to Washington, D.C. and experience its unique blend of history, culture and government. There is something for everyone in our nation’s capital. Take in as much of it as you can – it’s an exceptional place. ... Details about the dozens of federal agencies headquartered in Washington, D.C. can be found in this section. These addresses and web sites can provide information to help navigate through the maze of the executive branch departments and agencies. ( more ) ... [Read More]
District of Columbia
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U.S. National Arboretum History and Mission
Established around 1900 as the Economic Botany Herbarium of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It is a permanent reference collection of dried plant specimens necessary to taxonomic studies relating to agriculture, medicine, science, and education--fields where documentation and correct identification of plants is essential. This collection serves as a descriptive index for the identification and verification of plants. Among the 650,000+ specimens are extensive collections of Willow ( Salix ), Sedge ( Carex ), Oak ( Quercus ), Cherry ( Prunus ), Viburnum, Holly ( Ilex ), Daylily ( Hemerocallis ), Daffodil ( Narcissus ), and Rhododendron. ... [Read More]
District of Columbia
French-born American engineer, architect, and urban designer Pierre-Charles L'Enfant designed the city's basic plan, which features wide avenues radiating from the Capitol building through a grid of streets with numerous circles and parks. The name District of Columbia honors Christopher Columbus, and the city's better-known name of Washington, honors the first president. Congress first met in Washington in 1800, although construction of the first phase of the Capitol was not completed until 1826. Today, millions come to Washington, D.C. each year to see the Capitol, the White House, the Library of Congress, and the city's many museums and monuments. The flower is the American beauty rose. ... [Read More]
U.S. Senate: Art & History Home > Graphic Arts > Washington, D. C.?The Inauguration of President Hayes?Mr...
Home > Art & History Home > Graphic Arts > Washington, D. C.?The Inauguration of President Hayes?Mr... ... Can't make it to Washington to see the Capitol for yourself? Take a look inside with our 360 degree virtual tour! (This action will take you outside of www.senate.gov) ... Washington, D. C.—The Inauguration of President Hayes—Mrs. Grant Entertaining President and Mrs. Hayes and Party at Lunch, in the White House, After the Inauguration, on March 5th. ... [Read More]
A History of the Washington Monument
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Washington History
Lincoln lived at the Soldiers' Home, in what is now called Lincoln Cottage, during our nation's most turbulent history, the Civil War. Not only was it a break from the hot, humid city, but also from the intense political pressures of being president. In fact, Lincoln spent one-fourth of his presidency at Soldiers' Home, and it is believed that Lincoln wrote the last draft of the Emancipation Proclamation. In 1865, Lincoln's wife, Mary, wrote to her friend Elizabeth Blair Lee, "How dearly I loved the Soldiers' Home." The historic Lincoln Cottage was constructed in 1842-43 as the home of George W. Riggs, who went on to establish the famous Riggs National Bank in Washington, D.C. In 1851, the Riggs home and farm land surrounding it was purchased by the government to form the core of what is today the AFRH-Washington. ... [Read More]
Archives Main
The purchase of the home was made possible in part by a $10,000 donationfrom Marshall Field, and contributions from the NCNW executive staff. Additional funds were raised by NCNW sections and affiliates. Comprised of 15rooms, one kitchen, and two bathrooms, the "Council House" would serveas the headquarters for the National Council of Negro Women, Mrs. Bethune'sresidence until 1949, and guest accommodations for out-of-town visitors. The "CouncilHouse" was furnished with the help of both individuals and organizationswhose contributions were commemorated through the naming of the rooms. In theelegant front parlor, the NCNW received many prominent visitors including FirstLady Eleanor Roosevelt, renowned organizer and activist Mary Church Terrell, andthe United Nations delegate from India, Madame Pandit. From 1943 until 1966,the paneled Conference Room was the site of many meetings in which the NCNWdefined its role in such historic decisions as the integration of Blacks ... [Read More]
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